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Robotic system performs radical prostatectomy
Dr Gawie Bruwer, leading urologist at Mediclinic, performed a radical prostatectomy on a 68-year-old patient, Thomas Mouton, using the group's newly-installed state-of-the-art da Vinci Si HD robotic system in Durbanville. read more>>



Cardiology
Partnership to commercialise wind-up foetal heart rate monitor
Philips has announced its collaboration with PowerFree Education Technology (PET) to commercialise a wind-up foetal heart rate monitor, aimed at addressing the high rates of preventable infant mortality across Africa. read more>>
Dentistry
Oxbridge Academy responds to false claims about its accreditation
This article is Oxbridge Academy's response to an HPCSA statement titled Oxbridge Academy in Stellenbosch not accredited that was published on Bizcommunity.com and other media during January. read more>>
Exhibitions & Events
Professor Stephen Colagiuri to chair WISH Diabetes Forum
Professor Stephen Colagiuri, Professor of Metabolic Health at Sydney University, is to chair the World Innovation Summit for Health (WISH) Diabetes Forum. read more>>
Neurology
Managing Alzheimer's holistically
Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia. The disease affects the brain, leading to memory loss; impaired motor skills; language; and changes in mood, with many elderly patients losing their independence as a result. read more>>
Surgical Equipment & Products
Opportunities for interventional cardiac devices in emerging countries
A new report from Frost & Sullivan indicates that India, China and other emerging markets offer key prospects for interventional cardiac device manufacturers and current manufacturers must expand capabilities and capacity through strategic partnerships in order to fulfil demand. read more>>
Women's Health
Early detection is key to reducing breast cancer risk

Issued by CANSA

The Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) highlights the importance of screening and early detection for breast cancer as part of its Women's Health campaign this October... read more>>
International
Young Globals student competition, internship programme launched
NEW YORK, USA: The Young Globals is a newly launched college/portfolio school competition for healthcare advertising that offers students an opportunity to submit their creative work... read more>>
More International
Government
Owls may help to manage rat infestation in Jo'burg
The City of Johannesburg plans to use barn owls to help curb rodent infestation in townships says the City's Member of Mayoral Committee for Health and Social Development, Councillor Nonceba Molwele says. read more>>
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